# Installing and configuring the Really Simple SSL plugin for WordPress

> Switch your WordPress site to HTTPS and redirect all traffic securely with the Really Simple SSL plugin.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/wordpress/guides/installing-and-configuring-really-simple-ssl-wordpress-plugin/

The **Really Simple SSL plugin** helps you enable HTTPS on your WordPress site quickly and securely. It automatically detects your SSL certificate and configures your site to use secure connections. On **ruachost.com**, this plugin is the easiest way to activate SSL without manual coding.

## Why Use Really Simple SSL?

- Automatically detects and configures SSL certificates.
- Redirects all traffic from HTTP to HTTPS.
- Improves site security and SEO rankings.
- Simplifies SSL setup for beginners.

## Steps to Install and Configure Really Simple SSL

1. **Log in to WordPress** with an administrator account.
2. In the dashboard, go to **Plugins → Add New**.
3. Search for **Really Simple SSL**.
4. Click **Install Now**, then **Activate**.
5. In the dashboard, go to **Settings → SSL**.
6. If no SSL certificate is installed, click **Install SSL Certificate**.

   - The plugin will attempt to install a free certificate from **Let’s Encrypt**.
   - Enter your site’s e‑mail address and accept the terms.
7. If an SSL certificate is already installed, click **Activate SSL**.
8. The plugin will automatically:

   - Detect your SSL certificate.
   - Redirect all traffic to HTTPS.
   - Update WordPress settings to use secure URLs.
9. Save and continue.

✅ Your site is now running securely over HTTPS.

## Important Notes

- You may be logged out after activation, log back in using the HTTPS URL.
- Ensure your hosting plan at **ruachost.com** supports SSL certificates.
- Test your site for mixed content (HTTP resources on HTTPS pages).
- Use a plugin like **SSL Insecure Content Fixer** if needed.

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